Principal Dr. Linda Sheppard

School Hours:  8:50am-3:05pm | Early Release:  8:50am-12:35pm

Vision Statement

We at Candlewood Elementary School recognize the individual needs of our student body. We see our school as a learning environment conducive to developing the fullest potential of each of our students in a safe learning environment which promotes positive social interactions.



Upcoming Events

Wednesday, November 25
Early release day K-12.
Thursday, November 26
Holiday - Thanksgiving
Friday, November 27
Holiday - Thanksgiving
Thursday, December 3
Market Day Orders Due
Wednesday, December 9
Market Day Pickup 7:00PM

Recent News

  • Emergency School Closing Information

    Important information regarding our schools H1N1 Emergency plan. 

  • Grandparents’ Visitation Day

    Grandparents’ Visitation Day will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 25th from 9 30 a.m. to 11 00 a.m. All Grandparents are invited to come to Candlewood and spend time in their grandchild’s classroom.

  • 3rd Annual Barnes & Noble Book Fair

    The Barnes & Noble Book Fair will be held on Tuesday, December 8, 2009.  Email or distribute the attached flyer to spread the word to family and friends.  This year, you can shop at ANY Barnes & Noble store in the United States using the school code, and a percentage of all purchases will be donated to Candlewood Media Center!

  • QuickNotes

    Parents should subscribe to this email newsletter in 6 languages to keep up on the latest in MCPS resources and to receive emergency announcements. Click the link above for more information. 

  • Division of Food and Nutrition Services - División de Servicios de Alimentación y Nutrición

    MCPS is now offering myLunchMoney.com which is a new online service to make prepayments to your child’s cafeteria account using your credit card. 


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